2005 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
